Mälkiä lock, Navigation lock in Lappeenranta, Finland.
The Mälkiä lock mechanism raises and lowers vessels by 12.4 meters, making it the highest elevation change along the Saimaa Canal system.
Built during the construction of the Saimaa Canal between 1845 and 1856, the Mälkiä lock formed a crucial connection for inland water transportation.
The lock represents Finnish engineering excellence from the 19th century, demonstrating the nation's commitment to developing water transportation infrastructure.
Ships passing through Mälkiä lock must carry two VHF radios and an automatic identification system while following specific navigation protocols.
The lock operates as the first of eight locks in the Saimaa Canal, managing water levels between Lake Saimaa and the Gulf of Finland.
Location: Lappeenranta
Part of: Saimaa Canal
GPS coordinates: 61.07100,28.30383
Latest update: March 30, 2025 20:08
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